Winfield Scott and the profession of arms
By: Allan Peskin.
Publisher: Kent State University Press
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Kent, Ohio
Language: eng
Number of pages: 328
Subjects: Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866.; United States. Army -- Biography.; Generals -- United States -- Biography.; Mexican War, 1846-1848 -- Biography.; United States -- History, Military -- 19th century.; United States -- History -- War of 1812 -- Biography.; United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Biography.
Genres: Biography.
Description: "Winfield Scott (1786-1866) was arguably the premier soldier of his era. More than anyone else, he was responsible for the professionalization of the U.S. Army during his long career (1807-61)." "Allan Peskin's research in the National Archives unearthed records from the War Department that support his portrayal of General Scott as a forward-looking managerial officer who accurately foresaw the coming of dramatic changes in technology and business principles for the military." "Winfield Scott and the Profession of Arms is a balanced and thorough biography of this military figure. Scholars and military historians will welcome its significant contributions to the literature."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 311-321) and index.